Tuesday, November 8, 2011

Mending a Broken Heart

Loves me, Loves me not

I Want you to Take Over & Take oVer Control

Now, I'm not claiming to be an expert in any love affairs of the heart , but what I do really know is that going to a new place
for the very first time, is definitely headed for a great start to mending that Broken Lonely Heart of yours.


There are so many places in this huge beautiful world of ours and so many great and awesome things to do that can truly help you get some perspective and get you smiling and laughing again. Plan on going some place new for the very first time can be exciting, exhilarating, rewarding and I can’t think of anything better for a fresh start after a break up. These are a few things that I have found to be soothing in the beginning stages of mending that beautiful lovely heart of ours that was once lost and played with which has left us feeling bluer than blue: Get dressed up in your fancy attire, go all out and Honey, I"m meaning "bring it!' cause you sure are worth it - go see a silly - hysterical play/ theater, ballet, comedy, high class club or event. It doesn’t have to be one of these places or a trip round the world, it could just be for a day, or less. What I do know is that the world’s a very BIG place, so don’t waste any time and get exploring.

Go all out, play that sexy, classy, confident, intelligent, sophisticated role " as if you're secretly saying 'Here I am, looky looky looky and you can't have have cause Baby, I was born this way and I'm proud to turn the other cheek and be happy. This is your evening, your trip, your new beginning to a happier healthier new you... Now don't be snooty or to arrogant or act better, just do you with a whole lot of confidence and respect and must have knowledge of the type of Life path that you are searching for even in the Lady/Man area.. Always do you, but improve the new you for some body that does deserve a great loving, intelligent, funny, thoughtful, loyal and honest person. You only live once/ the skies the limits and if that break-up was not meant to be.You've got to move on and prove to your self that you are a better person that can do more than just sit and dwell over somebody that just hurt you.....You Can DO IT.. You know why you can? Cause You Love yourself and you Can Cause you CAN..
Make a change and stand up, be strong, put that smile back on that face,"as my momma would tell me ' baby, you've got to turn that frown up side down and get those feet a moving. Cause sitting still isn't going to pay nor do anything good for you besides crying over some rotten milk that God finally got out of your life for you to only do better.

Must have an I CAN attitude.

Go out side your comfort zone with people. Maybe the person you'd fall in love with is somebody you least think you'd end up with, and BOOOM, next thing you know-you are in love for all the right reasons.
Don't have so many limits to as what you do and don't like or want in life's adventures.

Mending a Broken Heart

Loves me, Loves me not

I Want you to Take Over & Take oVer Control

Now, I'm not claiming to be an expert in any love affairs of the heart , but what I do really know is that going to a new place
for the very first time, is definitely headed for a great start to mending that Broken Lonely Heart of yours.


There are so many places in this huge beautiful world of ours and so many great and awesome things to do that can truly help you get some perspective and get you smiling and laughing again. Plan on going some place new for the very first time can be exciting, exhilarating, rewarding and I can’t think of anything better for a fresh start after a break up. These are a few things that I have found to be soothing in the beginning stages of mending that beautiful lovely heart of ours that was once lost and played with which has left us feeling bluer than blue: Get dressed up in your fancy attire, go all out and Honey, I"m meaning "bring it!' cause you sure are worth it - go see a silly - hysterical play/ theater, ballet, comedy, high class club or event. It doesn’t have to be one of these places or a trip round the world, it could just be for a day, or less. What I do know is that the world’s a very BIG place, so don’t waste any time and get exploring.

Go all out, play that sexy, classy, confident, intelligent, sophisticated role " as if you're secretly saying 'Here I am, looky looky looky and you can't have have cause Baby, I was born this way and I'm proud to turn the other cheek and be happy. This is your evening, your trip, your new beginning to a happier healthier new you... Now don't be snooty or to arrogant or act better, just do you with a whole lot of confidence and respect and must have knowledge of the type of Life path that you are searching for even in the Lady/Man area.. Always do you, but improve the new you for some body that does deserve a great loving, intelligent, funny, thoughtful, loyal and honest person. You only live once/ the skies the limits and if that break-up was not meant to be.You've got to move on and prove to your self that you are a better person that can do more than just sit and dwell over somebody that just hurt you.....You Can DO IT.. You know why you can? Cause You Love yourself and you Can Cause you CAN..
Make a change and stand up, be strong, put that smile back on that face,"as my momma would tell me ' baby, you've got to turn that frown up side down and get those feet a moving. Cause sitting still isn't going to pay nor do anything good for you besides crying over some rotten milk that God finally got out of your life for you to only do better.

Must have an I CAN attitude.

Go out side your comfort zone with people. Maybe the person you'd fall in love with is somebody you least think you'd end up with, and BOOOM, next thing you know-you are in love for all the right reasons.
Don't have so many limits to as what you do and don't like or want in life's adventures.

Friday, September 3, 2010

Bed Bugs

Bed Bugs are a HUGE problem with to days society.

They can be contracted from one place to another very quickly by jumping and latching on to clothing, shoes (the bottoms),sitting down on furniture in any Office, Public Transportation, Vehicle's, Setting your purse, bag, folders, brief- case down for a second or so.

These so called bed bugs are very hard to get rid of. You must Vacuum 2/3 times daily for 3/4 weeks..- the floors, Vacuum and wipe down all panels and base boards, window Ceil's, Light Switches, Plugs on Walls, Cell Charger, Lamps, All Electronics and Appliances, and All Furniture. You may place all papers and books in a bag and spray then tie and let sit for 2 weeks, placing nick-nacks or such into the freezer as well. X-tremely HOT-Steam is what kills these critters that won't go away.

You have to Spray, Use Very hot Steam, Vacuum Everything a few times a day!!
If you want to get rid of these pests.......

Call you local Cleaning Company to see if they will Provide you with Services Needed for this Main Problem. They use gear to cover and protect them from spreading.


BABY POWDER:
The chemicals that are inside most Baby Powders will keep your items from being invaded or bitten. Just place the baby Powder along the edges of your floor boards. Then,  spinkle the Baby Powder over the floors with carpet or linings of sofas. I have been told this helps. So, why not try it and then if it works, get back to me and leave a public message for others to see.

Monday, September 10, 2007

All Natural Remedies for Cellulite

Want to Do Something about your Cellulite??

Then try these Remedies that really Work!!!!

WHAT IS CELLULITE

"Cellulite is a kind of fat tissue in the subcutaneous layer of the skin that contains constricting bands of connective tissue. This connective tissue, which varies in thickness and is laced with fat cells, is held in place by a network of fibers that protects our body, cushioning our muscles and organs; it is surrounded by a liquid that both nourishes it and provides it with an effective waste system. When all is working well in the system, waste products are removed and smooth curves result; when fats, fluids and toxins are trapped deep in the skin (below the epidural layer), however, the connective tissue thickens and hardens, giving a dimpling effect. As we mature, the layer of skin thins, resulting in the rippled appearance of cellulite.

What is the difference between cellulite and fat? Though everyone has a smooth layer of fat, individual amounts depend on weight, lifestyle and genetics. This fat layer is an insulator for the body and cushions the organs, muscles and nerves. Cellulite, on the other hand, is lumpy and provides no padding whatsoever. It only occurs in certain areas of the body:

the thighs,buttocks,abdomen and breasts. When men get cellulite, it tends to be on the neck and abdomen.

Cellulite" is not a medical term. Medical authorities agree that cellulite is simply ordinary fatty tissue [1]. Strands of fibrous tissue connect the skin to deeper tissue layers and also separate compartments that contain fat cells. When fat cells increase in size, these compartments bulge and produce a waffled appearance of the skin. Many years ago, Neil Solomon, M.D., conducted a double-blind study of 100 people to see whether cellulite differed from ordinary fat. Specimens of regular fat and lumpy fat were obtained by a needle biopsy procedure and given to pathologists for analysis and comparison. No difference between the two was found.

CELLULITE



Cellulite may be allevated if the correct changes to diet and lifestyle are made. Basically caused by a buildup of toxins under the fatty layers of the skin, this can be inproved if you avoid tea, coffee,cigarettes and alcohol. Also persistant cellulite can be shifted with a detoxification program involving drinking plenty of water and using some the best home made anticellulite treatments along with some exfoliating to boost circulation. Include more friut and vegetables in your daily intake. Our daily diet consists so many emty calories such as: sugars, processed food and white flour. these have very little nutritional value and will cause weight gain, they are stored as fat rather than moving through the digestive system or burned off as energy.

You don't have to be over weight to have cellulite.






The Different Types Of Cellulite


Hard, or solid, cellulite usually occurs in women who are active (such as dancers or runners). Hard cellulite is difficult to get rid of because it doesn't lift from the body easily. It's also harder to see because it attaches directly to the muscle.

Soft cellulite is not as concentrated as hard cellulite and is much more visible. It occurs in large areas and, because it doesn't attach so strongly to the muscle, it's looser, often sagging from the body. The result is often poor muscle tone. Even though it's easier to spot, it's also easier to remove.

To test for cellulite, lightly pinch or press an area of tissue between your thumb and finger (or in a larger area, between the palms of your two hands). Normal fat appears fairly smooth, but cellulite will reveal dimples or ripples -- like the skin of an orange. Cellulite tissue is also more sensitive and can feel cold to the touch. It might appear whiter than the rest of your skin.

If you have cellulite, welcome to the club. Over 80 percent of women have this lumpy, bumpy skin. I've seen it on women of all sizes and shapes. What's the good news on such a nasty subject? There are natural and effective ways to diminish its appearance.Caffeine is the first ingredient in most cellulite treatments. The same way caffeine gets us moving in the morning, it can also help to get our fat cells moving. So head to your coffee makers, girls, and go for the high octane stuff.Do what famous models do ritualistically, and what beauty contestants to before that big swimsuit walk. Line your bathroom floor with newspapers, and then sit on the edge of your bathtub with used coffee grounds. Make sure that the coffee grounds are still warm, but comfortable, to the touch. If they've cooled down, simply heat them briefly in the microwave.Rub them into the cellulite-laden areas of your legs using your hands or a loofah mitt. Although the grounds will pretty much hit the newspaper quickly, a residue will remain. Ideally, seaweed should be wrapped around the area to detoxify. If you are unable to find lengths of seaweed at your health food store or natural supermarket, use plastic wrap. Wrap completely around the upper leg and let set for a few minutes.To intensify the treatment, take an old-fashioned rolling pin and roll the area to further smooth out the cellulite. Unwrap, brush the remaining grounds onto the newspaper, and rinse thoroughly.For top results, you should do this treatment at least twice a week.

For more great beauty secrets, check out 14-Day Beauty Boot Camp by Diane Irons.

Preventive Treatments







JUNIPER and HORSETAIL TREATMENT



Crushed juniper berries mixed with a strong infusion of horsetail cleansing herbs are excellent for a cellulite boost.




INGREDIENTS:



6 tbsp (90 mil) juniper berries

3 tbsp (45 mil) horsetail herb




To MAKE
Get ahold of juniper berries. They will be a purple color and juicy when fresh- they blacken and dry up with age. Crush the juniper berries with the back of a spoon in a bowl you are going to be using for this preparation in order to preserve all the juices. Mix the both together and cover with just enough boiling water to submerge all the herbs. Leave the boiling water in the bowl until the water gets cool.




To USE
you can add the whole entire concoction to your bath water and use the berries on awash cloth or spong to massage into the inner thigh. Alternatively, remove the berries and herb, mix with a liquid base cream so that it can be used as a cellulite lotion after bathing.









CELLULIT OIL



This is to be used after a hot relaxing bath for when the skin is soft. It may be massaged into the affected areas and contains lymphatic drainers. Use the oil around the chest and upper arms, this helps remove the toxins from the body befor they are stored as fat. This contains rosemarry to help improve circulation,fennel and juniper to detoxify the body .




INGREDIENTS

4 tbsp (60 mil) sweet almond oil

2 drops rosemarry essential oil

2 drops fennel essential oil

2 drops juniper essential oil





To MAKE
Put all ingrdients together and place into a bottle and then shake it so that they all blend.





To USE
Apply to the affected areas, massaging in deeply.








STRAWBERRY and GINGER REVIVER


This works up sluggish thighs and bittocks with a combination of active enzymes and warming stimulation.





INGREDIENTS:

1 gingerroot, about 4 inches (10cm)

2 tbsp (30) kaolin

7 or 8 large strawberries




To MAKE
Put all of the ingedients into a blender, untill it's all blended well. The clay needs to expand and become sticky. If the mix seems a bit runny you can add more clay to thicken.



To USE
Apply the fresh smelling mixture onto the sluggish skin and leave it on till it is dry. May take a couple of minutes or so.




Temporary solutions: -tanning (doesn't make the bumps any smaller, but they're less noticable; for the skin cancer worried people, go ahead and use a storebought tanner) -exfoliating then moisturizing with sesame oil -coffee grounds? yes! but do it the right way! -those 2 dollar masks that you find in wal-mart or dollar stores -as for storebought products.. remember: your skin is a live organ! if you couldnt put it in your mouth (dangerous chemicals) you shouldnt put it on your skin! and say no to pills! only consider a cream if you know someone who has experienced evident firming results from it. (ps. the lady behind the cash register.. her testimony doesn't count!)


Long term solutions: -put your feet up! keeping legs elevated while watching tv, reading, etc.. helps in the long run get the foods/nutrients that your skin loves! -honey and lemon (help rid your body of ama and kapha buildup) -cranberry juice, onions, chlorophyll-rich foods, (highly recommend wheatgrass.. too many benefits to name!) green tea, vitamin A/Protein/amino acids etc etc! excercise.. cardio, strength training, stretching, (windsor pilates are my favourite!) lastly-don't stress! your mind does have a powerful effect on your body! Now just for the record, keep in mind that over 90% of women (all shapes/sizes/ages)have it, and up until the 70's, it was just known as flesh! vogue magazine gave it the name 'cellulite'... it's not even a medical term! its because of all of the fancy lighting and airbrushing used in magazines that women have come to think that their dimples are unsexy.


For those dimppled areas,take caffinatted coffee, grind it into dust & mix with cheap hand lotion,rub this into your problem spots for 60 second a day,then shower it off & watch those troubled areas become smoother & firmer!


Sorry girls... there are some people who have it and

those few lucky ones who don't...

and they will get it once they hit 30-ish!! It's a fact of life. The only way to have less is to exercise. There is an AWESOME machine called an eliptical that works your legs and booty plus gets your heart rate to an aerobic level (you can add an arm movement if you wish)....beware it took me about 3 weeks to be able to do this machine for more than 20 min. For the first week I could barely do 5 min! Keep in mind I had 5 children less than 6 years apart! I had gotten to 213 lbs at 5 4- I was a chunky monkey! I'm currently at 170 and honestly...I've watched what I ate and exercised 5 days a week for a month and a half each time to loose 10-ish lbs each time and then maintained it for 3 months at a time. Learn to loose slowly and maintain a little at a time.. then you don't have to give up so much at a time!!

Drinking 3 glasses a day of freshly squeezed lemons in 1 cup water and a pinch of cayenne will also melt away the cellulite.

Body Wrapping
Many salons and spas exist where clients supposedly can trim inches off the waist, hips, thighs, and other areas of the body. These facilities use wraps or garments, with or without special lotions or creams applied to the skin. The garments may be applied to parts of the body or to the entire body. Clients are typically assured that fat will "melt away" and they can lose "up to 2 inches from those problem areas in just one hour." Suddenly Slender, which licenses body-wrap shops in the United States and Canada, claims that "wrapping works because cellulite is water-logged fatty tissue." As part of its sales pitch to prospective owners, the company notes that free publicity may be obtainable. Its Web site states: "Because clients get dressed up as "mummies" and then, almost miraculously, achieve major inch loss and startling improvements to their figures, local and national media have been overwhelmingly receptive to featuring presentations about the service."

Home-use systems are also being marketed through the Internet [A, B] and through multilevel marketing [X, Y]. Many of the systems are claimed to "remove toxins." Some marketers suggest measuring a large number of body areas before and afterward and adding up the differences to get "total inches lost." Life Force International, for example, recommends adding the results of 17 measurements. This enables minor changes due to temporary effects or to measurement variations to appear to be large numbers.

No product taken by mouth can cause selective reduction of an area of the body. Although wrapping may cause temporary water loss as a result of perspiration or compression, any fluid will soon be replaced by drinking or eating [5]. The idea that herbal wraps detoxify the body is absurd.

Cellasene
An herbal product called Cellasene is being vigorously promoted as a cellulite remedy. The product was developed by an Italian chemist named Gianfranco Merizzi.

Its ingredients are evening primrose oil, dried fucus vesiculosis extract, gelatine, fish oil, glycerol, soya oil, grape seed, bioflavonoids, soya lecithin, fatty acids, dried sweet clover extract, dried ginkgo biloba extract, and iron oxide. The product, to be taken twice daily (or three times per day for an "intensive" program) for two months and then once daily for maintenance costs $1.50 to $2.00 per capsule. Here's what one Internet marketer says [followed by my comments in brackets]:


Dried ginkgo biloba extract assists in blood circulation and stimulates the metabolism of fats. [Although ginkgo can increase circulation, it does not stimulate fat metabolism. Even if it did, there is no reason why it would exert a localized effect.]

Dried sweet clover extract can increase blood circulation and assist in removing fluid build-up. [This ingredient may have mild diuretic action, but is not "fluid build-up" is not a factor in the appearance or composition of fatty tissue.]

Grape seed bioflavonoids are powerful antioxidants that protect cells and blood vessels from damage. [Whether antioxidant supplements help protect tissues is not scientifically settled. Regardless, any such mechanism has nothing to do with the quantity or appearance of fatty tissues.]

Dried fucus vesiculosus extract stimulates metabolism and can help reduce localized fats. [This herb contains significant amounts of iodine and could adversely effect the thyroid gland. The U.S. Recommended Daily Allowance (USRDA) for iodine is 150 micrograms. The average American woman ingests 170 micrograms per day from food (not including iodized salt). Each capsule of Cellasene contains 240 micrograms of iodine. If enough were taken to increase thyroid function, the result would be unhealthy.]

Evening primrose oil and fish oil are rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids, a source of energy that increases metabolic levels and helps in diminishing saturated fatty acids. [The "energy" is simply the caloric value. Neither oil increases metabolism or reduces the amount of other fats one eats.]

Soya lecithin helps to break down fats. [The body makes all the lecithin it needs. Lecithin supplements do not cause the body to shed fat.]

Rexall Sundown, Inc. has been Cellasene's primary marketer in the United States. The company's Web site has claimed:

Cellasene works from within, nutritionally, to help fight cellulite at its source. . . .
Cellasene is a safe, clinically studied formula that works over time at the source of the problem -- below the surface of the skin. This unique formula of plant extracts and other beneficial dietary supplements nourishes connective tissue from within and helps reduce cellulite. The herbal ingredients in Cellasene work to increase blood circulation, reduce fluid buildup, stimulate metabolism and reduce localized fats.

CONVENIENT AND EASY TO USE. . . .

You do not need to change your diet and exercise routine for Cellasene to work. It is simple and effortless to incorporate the easy-to-swallow Cellasene softgels into your daily regimen.

CelluLean melts away cellulite by increasing your metabolism and blood circulation, breaking down the fats found in cellulite, and removing toxins from your body. The herbal extracts in CelluLean have been proven to be effective in reducing fatty deposits. Simply put, CelluLean helps your body to reach and break down cellulite, enabling your skin to regain its youthful smooth appearance.

To reduce cellulite,

you may follow the below listed home and natural remedies:
1). Use a soft body brush on damp or dry skin, brushing in long sweeping movements over the afflicted area, and working in the direction of the heart.


2). Use a massage glove or rough sisal mitt in the same way as above.

3). Always massage a cellulite cream thoroughly with your fingertips. It makes them double effective. Remember, the massaging action is more important than the cellulite cream.

4). For those dimppled areas, take caffinatted coffee, grind it into dust & mix with cheap hand lotion, rub this into your problem spots for 60 second a day,then shower it off & watch those cellulite areas become smoother & firmer!

Make your own natural cellulite cream in your home
Try this aromatherapy recipe.
Add two drops each of rosemary and fennel essential oils to three teaspoons of carrier oil, such as almond oil. Massage this mixture daily thoroughly into the affected areas.

Another home remedy for cellulite is to follow a detox diet - a healthy low-fat, high fibre diet containing plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables. More on cellulite diet.
We hope the above home/natural remedies for cellulite will help you.

Sunday, September 9, 2007

Dry or Mature Skin





Natural home remedies: Dry or mature skin



Home remedies work best when you also maintain a good diet and drink lots of water, because what we eat also reflects on our skin. Besides this, as we age , our skin loses its natural glow and gets drier. Pollution and weather just makes it worse. But, we all are hard pressed for time and generally think of home remedies as time consuming to prepare and messy! But trust me when I say this, if you have the following five ingredients in your kitchen cabinet, you will definitely save up on your beauty budget and get the salon pampered look too!


-Gram flour
-Semolina
-Honey
-Olive oil
-Ripe bananas
-Mayonnaise
-Orange peel powder (save the orange peels ,wash and sun -dry them.Grind to fine powder and store them in air-tight bottles.)




Face scrub for winters :
2 twice a week after a shower when your skin is soft.Follow up the scrub ritual , with olive oil massage to lock in the moisture.:

1 tsp gram flour
1 tsp mayonnaise or honey or mashed ripe banana
1 tsp orange peel powder
2 drops olive oil


Massage on face and neck in circular motion and wash off with cold water.Tap your face dry with a soft towel and apply your favorite moisturizer or olive oil to seal in the open skin pores.




Face scrub and pack for summers:

-Semolina or Gram flour
-Honey -skimmed milk powder or fresh cream milk
-Orange peel powder
-Rose water or plain water to mix the ingredients.:

Apply on face and keep for 20 minutes before washing off with cold water.Follow up with olive oil massage on face.This pack helps reduce sun spots and blemishes and leaves skin soft and supple.Honey and olive oil are great moisturizers and prevents wrinkles.





Tips for maintaining dry and mature skin:

- Drink water to keep skin hydrated and keep body free from toxins.
- Do not use soaps for washing face.Use oil or cream based face wash.
- Always clean face at bed time with cream
-cleanser and apply moisturizer on face and body.Wake up with baby soft supple skin.
- Add few drops of Glycerin or olive oil to bath water.This prevents skin from losing moisture after a shower and keeps the skin on the body supple and soft.




Let me first tell you the ingredients that work miracles on dry and mature skin and then I will tell you how to mix these ingredients for effective face packs and lotions.
The two miracle workers which should be a part of any face pack or lotion meant for dry or mature skin are::


1. Honey

2. Glycerine

The other natural ingredients which are highly effective on dry skin are :

- Double cream
- Ripe avocadoes
- Egg yolk
- Bananas
- Sour cream


To make highly replenishing and re-hydrating face packs, first make a base by mixing one table spoon of honey with one tablespoon of glycerine and a few drops of lemon juice. Now blend this base with other ingredients to make face packs.



Some combinations are:

1. 1 tbsp base + 1 tbsp double cream + pinch of turmeric
2. 1 tbsp base + 1 tbsp sour cream + 1 tbsp egg yolk
3. 1 tbsp base + 1 tbsp mashed avocado
4. 1 tbsp base + 1 tbsp mashed ripe banana (beware of the terrible smell)



Lightly massage these packs into your face and leave for an hour (or more if you like as they are harmless). Wash off with warm water.


Within a week you will notice a marked difference in your skin which will turn soft and supple and start glowing.

Natural Remedies For All Skin Types of Acne

HOW IS ACNE CAUSED




Doctors describe acne as a disease of the pilosebaceous units. Found over most of the body, pilosebaceous units consist of a sebaceous (oil) gland connected to a hair-containing canal called a follicle. These units are largest and most numerous on the face, upper back, and chest--areas where acne tends to occur. The sebaceous glands make an oily substance called sebum that normally empties onto the skin surface through the opening of the follicle.


Normal Pilosebaceous UnitAcne is believed to result from a change in the inner lining of the follicle that prevents the sebum from passing through. For reasons not understood, cells from the lining of the follicle are shed too fast and clump together. The clumped cells plug up the follicle's opening so sebum cannot reach the surface of the skin.




The mixture of oil and cells causes bacteria that normally live on the skin, called Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes), to grow in the plugged follicles. These bacteria produce chemicals and enzymes that can cause inflammation. (Inflammation is a characteristic reaction of tissues to disease or injury and is marked by four signs: swelling, redness, heat, and pain.) When the plugged follicle can no longer hold its contents, it bursts and spills everything onto the nearby skin--sebum, shed skin cells, and bacteria. Lesions or pimples develop as a result of the skin's being irritated.




People with acne frequently have a variety of lesions. The basic acne lesion, called the comedo (kom-e-do) or comedone, is simply an enlarged hair follicle plugged with oil and bacteria. This lesion is often referred to as a microcomedo because it cannot be seen by the naked eye. If the plugged follicle, or comedo, stays beneath the skin, it is called a closed comedo or whitehead. Whiteheads usually appear on the skin surface as small, whitish bumps. A comedo that reaches the surface of the skin and opens up is called a blackhead because it looks black on the skin's surface. This black discoloration is not due to dirt. Both whiteheads and blackheads may stay in the skin for a long time.




Other troublesome acne lesions can develop, including the following:


Papules--inflamed lesions that usually appear as small, pink bumps on the skin and can be tender to the touch.


Pustules (pimples)--inflamed, pus-filled lesions that can be red at the base.


Nodules--large, painful, solid lesions that are lodged deep within the skin.


Cysts--deep, inflamed, pus-filled lesions that can cause pain and scarring.






Acne is a tremendously embarrassing and burdensome problem. It is easy to feel that you don't have control over your breakouts. But the fact is, you do. Now, your first response may be to assume that I'm going to recommend you see your dermatologist. Well, think again. Natural remedies can be just as effective and medications. Possibly more powerful. Sometimes, all your body needs is the right nutritional balance and proper skin care. Here are some easy things you can start doing today to help you heal your acne. You should notice a difference in about 4 weeks.





Apply a honey mask

to your face once or twice a week - Honey has antibacterial properties so it is great for disinfecting and healing minor blemishes.It is also gentle on sensitive skin.






Wash twice a day with acne soap

- You should wash your face twice a day with a sulfur based soap designed for acne. Once when you first wake up in the morning and then, right before you go to bed at night. Be extremely gentle to your skin when washing - do not scrub or use any sort of rough cloth. Overwashing your skin will actually stimulate your sebaceous glands to produce more sebum, thus increasing your acne.





Keep your hair off your face -

If you have long hair or bangs, pull your hair off your face. Your hair contains oils as well, and will contribute to your breakouts. You'll also want to wash your hair everyday and after workouts






Take a potent multi-vitamin -

Acne can be a sign that something is wrong on the inside. Your skin depends on nutrition. It is a vital organ that is usually neglected. If your body is not receiving the right nutrition, it will fight back. One common way it will rebel is to produce excessive sebum, clogging pores, and reducing the ability for your skin to heal and fight bacteria.







Include chromium in your diet -

Chromium is well known for weight loss diets. But it is also excellent for healing infections on the skin. Taking a chromium supplement once a day will help heal your pimples quickly and prevent future breakouts.






Eat carrots for beta-carotene (Vitamin A) -

Vitamin A strengthens the protective tissue of the skin and actually prevents acne. It helps reduce sebum production. This vitamin is essential for the maintenance and repair of the tissue which the skin and mucous membranes are made of. Vitamin A is also a powerful antioxidant needed to rid your body of toxins. Did you know that a deficiency in vitamin A can actually cause acne?






Avoid wearing makeup -

Leaving makeup products on your skin only contributes to clogging your pores, causing more pimples and blackheads. If you feel you must wear makeup, be sure it is water-based.






Drink 8 glasses of water -

Drinking water is essential for clean skin and your overall health. Water is essential for carrying waste material out of your body... and is quite possibly flare-ups
Do not pick or squeeze your blackheads and pimples - As tempting as it may be, do not squeeze, scratch, rub or touch your pimples and blackheads. Do any of these actions, actually increases the sebum production. Plus, when you squeeze, you are actually rupturing the membranes below your skin, causing infection and sebum to spread underneath your skin. The result is more pimples.






Wash your pillow case every other day

- Your face lays on your pillow case every day. Your pillow case absorbs the oils from your skin and reapplies the dirt and oil. Thus causing breakouts. Keep your sheets and pillow cases clean.






Eat foods rich in zinc -

Zinc is an antibacterial agent and a necessary element in the oil-producing glands of the skin. A diet low in zinc can actually cause acne breakouts.







SKIN TYPES

There is a very simple test for identifying your skin type. Simply peel a single-ply sheet from a tissue and gently pree it to your face. When you remove the tissue if you see a greasy residue you have oily skin; no residue indicates dry skin. Try testing patches of your shin to see if it varies from an area to area;



Different Skin types




Normal Skin

This is the type of skin we all aspire to have but few of us are blessed with. Skin naturally is healthy and vibrant (just look at the complexions of young children), but time and modern living take their toll. A good skin care routine helps to redevelop the natural balance we all once had.




Grapefruit and Glycerin Mask
Glycerin is an emollient (lubricant). Combines with grapefruit for cleansing and toning, it creates a face mask that cleanses, rehydrates and tightens the skin.



InGredients::

2 tbsp (30 ml) liquid Glycerin
1 tbsp (15 ml) coarsely grated grapefruit peel
2tbsp (10 ml) fresh grapefruit juice (optional)
2drops grapefruit essential oil




TO MAKE::
Mix the glycerin with the grapefruit peel. If the mixture is very sticky,either heat the glycerin slightly by adding a teaspoon of boiling water or add some grapefruit juice. Add the essential oil and mix throughly untill it forms a thick past. Keeps for up to two weeks in the refrigerator.



TO USE::
Apply evenly over the skin, avoiding the eye area. If using it direct from the refrigerator, allow to warm slightly or the consistency will be too thick-- it should be like honey. Laeve it on for at least 20 minutes and rinse, using the grapefruit peel to rub the skin and gently exfoliate.







OILY SKIN

Teenagers often suufer with skin type, which can lead to blemishes and acne. If we work too hard to strip the natural oil (sebum), a natural counteraction will occur and more oil will be poroduced. This condition is known as seborrhea. Gentle cleansing, regular steaming and an occasional deep-working face mask is the best way to treat this type of skin.



Aloe Vera and Rose Hip Mask

Aloe vera has healing properties for pimples and italso moisturizes and cleanses. If you have an aloe plant you can actually cut a frond and squeeze a small amount of juice from it to apply to the skin. Rose hip is astringent and a light cleanser.


InGredients::

1 tbsp (15 ml) strong rose hip infusion
4 tbsp ( 60 ml) aloe vera gel= ( Make sure that it's pure)
2 drops rosemary essential oil



To Make
Make up the rose hipinfusion. Gradually stir the infusion into the aloe vera gel. You are looking for the consistency of loose gel-you may not need all the infusion. Then add the essential oil ( for stimulating and antiseptic properties) and mix thoroghly.


To USE
This gel should be applied cold direct from the refrigerator. The coolness will have an excellent tonic effect and it feels wonderful when it slides onto your skin. You should remove it when it has warmed to the skin; this mask will not dry much.







DRY SKIN

Dry skin is often flaky and can crack and become extremely uncomfortarble.Psoriasis and eczema are severe forms of dry skin. I would try to avoid the steroid creams that you may be prescribed by your doctor for such conditions. Your body can develop a kind of immunity to these so the strength has to be increased and eventually they may become totally ineffective.


Banana and Honey Rehydrator
Nourishing banana provides intence moister and gives a delicious rich fragrance to this mask. Honey is soothing and nourishing.


InGredients::

1 ripe banana
2 tbsp (30 ml) acacia honey
1 tbsp (15 ml) fresh live natural yogurt



To0 Make
Mash the banana with with a fork, add other ingredients and mix thoroghly. If you have a blender, use it! Make sure the honey is warm enough to disperse through the other ingredients. Honey should be kept at room tempature; it'll crystallize in the regrigerator.



To USE
Apply in generous quantities over the face and neck. Do not apply in a steamy bath becase it'll slide off!! Allow to dry (15 minutes or so) and remove. You can also use this preparatoin over sluggish areas such as thighs.

Saturday, September 8, 2007

Impotence and erection problems

Whatever the nature of your erectile dysfunction or impotence, remember almost every man has difficulties with erection at some point in his life. You are not alone, and many home remedies are available to help your condition.



The following article gives information about impotence and how natural methods can help without the disastrous side-effects of drugs.



This embarrassing problem can be eased using natural methods. As part of our regular newsletter there will be examples of successful alternative treatments for impotence.





Frustration and impotence

Failure to achieve an erection that is firm enough, or sustained for long enough, to allow normal sexual intercourse is generally known as impotence. Its cause may be physical, psychological, or a combination of both.



Physical impotence may be due to an imperfect blood supply to the penis, an age-related loss of male sex hormones, diabetes or high blood sugar levels, medical drugs, or various neurological conditions.




Psychological factors such as lack of desire, depression, or fear of failure may be responsible for impotence, and alcohol, while enhancing sexual desire, can actually impede performance.
Other organic/physical factors which may cause impotence include: antidepressants, narcotics, diuretics, sedatives and nicotine.





Ginkgo Biloba

Ginkgo Biloba is an all-round circulation booster. It is most widely known for its ability to improve memory, due to its ability to increase blood flow through the brain. But is seems to also increase blood flow to the penis. If your impotence problems are based on blood flow, Ginkgo could assist.




There have been several studies into the use of Gingko to treat impotence. In one study it was found 78 percent of men with atherosclerotic*, reported significant improvements without side effects. In another six month study half the men being treated regained their erections. Give it time to work, possibly use over a several month period, taking daily dosages.

*atherosclerotic: a degenerative disease of the arteries characterised by patchy thickening of the inner lining of the arterial walls, caused by deposits of fatty material.




Aniseed (Pimpinella anisum) has a reputation for increasing male libido. Aniseed, also known as Anise, contains several estrogenic compounds (female hormones, U.S. spelling of oestrogenic).



Many plants contain compounds that behave like oestrogen in the body and although oestrogen is a female hormone, oddly enough people who have used oestrogenic herbs, report androgenic (males' sex hormone) effects as well. If using, start with small amounts and see what effect it has.





Cardamon

Cardamon is an aromatic spice, held in high esteem by the Arab culture as an aphrodisiac. Arab coffee house often flavours coffee with this spice, in India it is an essential ingredient of curries and pilaus. The reason for its reputation as an aphrodisiac is its high content of cineole. Cineole is a central nervous stimulant. People often equate any stimulation as a sexual stimulation. Cardamom is used by many eastern cultures and many find it beneficial in dealing with impotence.






Ginger

Ginger is a relative of Cardamon, and well known for its warming, aromatic properties. In an article titled "Studies on Herbal Aphrodisiacs Used in the Arab System", published in the American Journal of Chinese Medicine, some Saudi scientists asserted that ginger extracts significantly increase sperm motility and quantity. (Motility means capable of moving spontaneously and independently).








Ginseng

Ginseng is well known as a sexual stimulant. The Chinese have long held this herb in high esteem, it is supposedly the herbal fountain of youth. It is both a stimulant and relaxant on the central nervous system and improves muscle stamina! A herb full of vitality and often used by men who have a loss of sex drive. There are cautions to take when using Ginseng. Do not take consistently and not for more than three weeks at time. Do not take during pregnancy and avoid with high blood pressure.






Saw Palmetto

Native American Indians considered the ripe fruits of the saw palmetto a tonic and an aphrodisiac. The berries do, in fact, have a toning effect on the male reproductive system and have been employed for impotence and prostrate problems. It can be used to treat prostate enlargement and cystitis.






Fenugreek

Fenugreek is another herb that has acquired a reputation as an aphrodisiac. Chemical analysis has revealed the presence of diosgenen, a substance that acts in a similar way to the body's own sex hormones. Fenugreek has long been recommended by Chinese herbalists for impotence.
Pumpkin seeds are a male sexual tonic and sesame seeds have a beneficial effect in maintaining and enhancing sexual vigour.







18 Home Remedies for Impotence


Impotence. The word somehow sounds like failure, weakness. If you feel that you are impotent, you may also feel that you have somehow lost part of your dignity, your masculinity, your wholeness. But you shouldn't feel that way -- impotence, also known as erectile dysfunction (ED), can almost always improve with treatment. In this article, we'll talk about the causes of impotence and some home remedies, including medical and non-medical solutions for the problem.



There are many degrees of erectile difficulties. Some men are able to achieve an erection but are not able to maintain it. Others become erect, but not extremely rigid. Still others only have problems when they are with a new partner or with a long-time partner. And there are those who cannot achieve an erection at all.


Do not despair. You may be suffering from a medical or emotional problem (or both) for which there are definite solutions. Behavior modification can help if your ED is the result of emotional issues. If it is caused by a medical condition -- and some 70 percent of ED cases are -- there are new therapies and home remedies that can help restore your sexual health.


Whatever the nature of your problem, remember that almost every man has difficulties with erection at some point in his life: About 5 percent of 40-year-old men and between 15 and 25 percent of 65-year-old men experience it. You are not abnormal, nor are you alone. There is no need to suffer in silence.



A variety of medical conditions can cause or contribute to erectile dysfunction, also known as impotence. The most common diseases that cause ED are diabetes, kidney disease, chronic alcoholism, multiple sclerosis, atherosclerosis, vascular disease, and neurologic disease. These diseases account for about 70 percent of ED cases, according to the National Institutes of Health. Between 35 and 50 percent of men with diabetes experience ED. In younger men, accidents, such as gunshot wounds to the spinal cord, car crashes, and skiing wipeouts, are often responsible. Other problems can include hormonal imbalances.




Doctors treat ED with psychotherapy, behavior modification techniques, oral medications, locally injected drugs, vacuum devices, and surgically implanted devices. In rare cases, surgery of the blood vessels may be necessary, according to the NIH. (Keep in mind that even when a physical cause can be identified, emotional or psychological factors often play a role as well.)




Oral medications include Viagra (sildenafil) and Levitra (vardenafil), which work by enhancing the effects of nitric oxide, a chemical that increases blood flow in the penis. These drugs are taken about an hour before sexual activity. They should not be used more than once a day, and men who take nitrate-based drugs such as nitroglycerin for heart problems should not use them because they can cause a sudden drop in high blood pressure. If you suspect your erection difficulties may be related to a disease, accident, or medication or if you're simply unsure of the cause, contact your doctor.In our next section, we'll offer some home remedies for avoiding impotence or erectile dysfunction and non-medical remedies for this condition.







Remove the performance demand.

It's not unusual for a man to have an occasional episode of ED -- after drinking alcohol or after a particularly stressful day, for example. However, if he places too much emphasis on the incident and harbors fear that it may happen again, the anxiety itself may become a cause of erectile difficulties.
Behavior modification can help with this, though. One strategy that sex therapists often use is to have couples abstain from intercourse altogether, telling them instead to engage in cuddling and nonsexual touch. Gradually, over a period of weeks or months, depending on the couple, the partners work toward more sexual touching, then intercourse. The idea is to make sex a less-threatening experience.







Break out of a rut.

Add some spice to your lovemaking: Go to a hotel or a different setting. Vary the routine. Try new positions. Buy your partner some new lingerie.





Learn to relax. Stress,

arising either from performance anxiety or from other life situations, can exacerbate ED. Regardless of the cause, it's difficult to enjoy yourself when you've got too much on your mind. Try relaxation exercises such as deep breathing or progressive muscle relaxation, where you consciously tense and relax each part of the body in sequence.






Express your feelings.

Marital or relationship difficulties are notorious contributors to sexual problems. Anger, resentment, and hurt feelings often spill into a couple's sex life, turning the bedroom into a battlefield. This situation is especially likely to develop if partners don't communicate. Work to share your feelings with your partner. Use "I" statements, and keep the focus on your feelings, instead of your partner's actions. Doing a thorough housecleaning of the relationship, instead of storing up emotional debris, may very well clear the way for a healthier sexual union.






Talk about sex.

Sometimes, erectile problems occur because you simply don't feel aroused. In these cases, sex therapists often work to help patients communicate more openly about their sexual relationship -- what they like, what they don't like, whether they'd like to do some experimenting. Again, to avoid defensiveness and hurt feelings, "I" statements are key. Choose to make assertive, rather than aggressive, comments.




Don't drink before sex.

Drinking alcohol or being drunk can significantly impair your sexual functioning.






Remember your successful experiences.

If performance anxiety has undermined your confidence, thinking about positive sexual relationships or experiences you have had in the past may help boost your self-esteem. It may also convince you that you can have a fulfilling sex life in the future.





Involve your partner.

Although erectile difficulties originate with the man, they are a couple's problem and have couple solutions. If the problem is not a medical one, there are many strategies, such as the ones discussed in this chapter, which can help. However, your chances for improvement are much better if your sexual partner is involved in the solution.





Know that you are not abnormal.

It can never be stated enough: Having problems with erection does not mean that you are physiologically or psychologically abnormal in any way. It is not your fault and you shouldn't feel guilty or allow your self-esteem to suffer.





Read, then talk.

Take advantage of the many sources of information about sex -- books that can help you and your mate solve your problems and work towards a more mutually satisfying sex life, as well as sex manuals and even videos.





Skip the aphrodisiacs.

Spanish fly and other so-called aphrodisiacs are usually little more than placebos -- sugar pills that do nothing but boost your confidence. What's more, Spanish fly can be very dangerous to use and can even be fatal. Avoid alternative or herbal remedies.






Employ fantasy.


Many men with erectile problems engage in "spectatoring," or constantly observing their own sexual performance. This takes the individual out of the moment and leads to being overly critical. Instead of judging yourself, focus on the pleasures of being with your partner. Fantasizing about and with your partner can take the focus off you.






Try masturbation.

Performance anxiety is just that -- anxiety over performing for your partner. But don't forget that while it's important to please your partner, you're also there to please yourself. Masturbation -- bringing yourself to orgasm while you are alone -- may be helpful by reteaching you how to achieve your own pleasure (as long as it's not overdone). The next step is to bring that ability into a sexual situation with your partner. In this way, you can change the focus from performance to mutually pleasurable interaction.





Quit smoking.

Studies have shown that smoking is associated with blockages in the blood vessels of the penis that obstruct the blood flow necessary for an erection. If you smoke, quit. It won't reverse existing damage, but it can help prevent it from worsening.





Protect your crotch from injury.

One very common cause of ED, especially in young men, is an injury to the crotch area. Often, these injuries (and the erectile problems they cause) do not heal of their own accord and must be treated with surgery. Crotch injuries can be caused by sports such as bicycling, karate, horseback riding, and rodeo riding. If you believe that your erectile difficulties were caused by such an accident, you should see a doctor.



Don't be afraid to seek help. If your ED has no medical cause, psychological issues may be involved. Guilt, shame, anger, fear, sadness, and other emotions can impair your ability to perform sexually. Help is available from therapists who specialize in sexual issues. Ask your doctor or urologist for a referral.





Make sure your aim is true.

Believe it or not, another cause of ED is . . . brace yourself . . . a broken penis. This type of injury -- which is thankfully quite rare -- can occur when your partner is on top, your penis slips out of her vagina, and she sits on it. This can actually cause a hole in the erection chamber, along with bruising and swelling from internal bleeding.




When this happens, you'll need surgery to repair the hole.When struggling with ED or impotence, remember that many home remedies or treatment options are available to you. Don't let embarrassment keep you from treating this disorder.